A 31-year-old member asked:
Why do i get hives on arms and behind knees after i sweat?
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Dr. Jack Mutnickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 19 years experience
Physical Urticaria: These are warmer spots of the body and places we tend to sweat more....Hives can oftentimes afflict these locations. It is nothing abnormal. Stick to loose-fitting and cotton-blend clothing. Oral antihistamines can also help.
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